Job Description
Join the Team Keeping Memphis Clean and Green
Are you looking for a stable, impactful career where you can make a tangible difference in your community? The City of Memphis Public Works Department is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Municipal Sanitation team. We pride ourselves on excellence, safety, and service. As a Municipal Sanitation Technician, you will play a critical role in maintaining the high quality of life for our residents by ensuring efficient waste collection and environmental stewardship.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Compensation: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour based on experience.
- Benefits Package: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
- Work-Life Balance: Stable schedules and overtime opportunities.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within the public sector.
We are looking for individuals who are reliable, hardworking, and ready to serve. If you are ready to build a career with purpose, apply today.
Responsibilities
- Operate heavy municipal sanitation vehicles, including packers, loaders, and compactors, to collect residential and commercial waste and recyclables efficiently.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of sanitation equipment to ensure safety compliance and proper mechanical functioning.
- Execute daily waste collection routes in a timely manner while adhering to city schedules and traffic regulations.
- Interact professionally with residents, addressing inquiries and resolving collection-related issues on the route.
- Assist in the cleanup of illegal dumping sites and maintain cleanliness of public rights-of-way and work areas.
- Follow all safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Valid Class C Missouri or Tennessee Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred but not always required for entry-level; on-the-job training provided.
- Demonstrated ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) repeatedly and perform physical labor in all weather conditions.
- Basic knowledge of traffic laws and safety regulations is highly desirable.
- Strong commitment to public service, punctuality, and attention to detail.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.